Liposuction in Korea is priced area by area, and the compression garment and stitch date shape your trip as much as the operation does: stitches come out on day 7 and the garment is worn for at least two to three months. At ENTER Plastic Surgery in Seoul, Dr. Jang Jin-woo, a Korean board-certified plastic surgeon, performs liposuction under IV sedation or general anesthesia.
How to choose
How to vet a liposuction surgeon in Korea
Liposuction is surgery, even when it is advertised next to injections and body devices. Before you compare prices, these eight points tell you whether a plan is complete.
The operating surgeon and specialty
Ask who performs the liposuction from start to finish, and for that surgeon's specialist certificate.
Areas named and drawn
A plan should list each area, such as the upper and lower abdomen, flanks, back, arms, thighs, buttocks or face, and the outline should be marked on your body before surgery.
Anesthesia and monitoring
Ask whether IV sedation or general anesthesia is planned for your areas and who watches your breathing and heart rate during the operation.
Volume and combined surgery
In a study of 31,010 cosmetic liposuction operations, major complications occurred in 0.7% when liposuction was done alone and were about 4.8 times as likely when it was combined with other surgery; older age and higher BMI also raised the risk (Kaoutzanis, 2017). Ask how much fat will be removed and whether anything else is planned the same day.
A health screen
Blood-thinning medicines, past blood clots, smoking and weight history all change the risk. Expect to be asked about each one.
The compression garment plan
Ask how long you will wear it and whether it is in the price. At ENTER Plastic Surgery the garment has its own price, and the clinic asks for at least two to three months of wear.
Stitches and flying
Entry-point stitches come out on day 7, the earliest flight date the clinic suggests. If your trip is shorter, the clinic's guidance is that a doctor at home can remove them.
A price per area in writing
Each area, sedation, the garment and tax should appear as separate lines on the quote.
Clinic types
Best Liposuction in Seoul: Practice Types Compared
Body contouring in Seoul ranges from devices and injections to full surgery, and the sign outside does not always say which. The table helps you place a practice and ask the question that matters for it.
| Practice | What to expect | What to ask |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic surgery clinic where one surgeon operates | The same surgeon plans, marks and operates | Is the surgeon's name on the consent form? |
| High-volume body-contouring hospital | Several operating rooms and surgical teams | Who operates on me, and who else is in the room? |
| Non-surgical body clinic | Fat-dissolving injections and body devices | Is surgical liposuction offered here, and by whom? |
| Agency package | Surgery bundled with stay and transport | Can I see the clinic's own quote and the surgeon's name? |
A non-surgical treatment and liposuction are different decisions with different risks. Settle which one you are looking for before comparing any prices.
Prices
ENTER Plastic Surgery liposuction fees for each body and face area
Each area carries its own fee, and some areas are priced as pairs or sets: both outer arms, both inner arms, the full arm, the upper and lower abdomen together, flanks with back rolls, and the thighs as a single area or a full 360 degrees. Face liposuction is priced for one area or the whole face, with a fee for each additional face area. All fees are before tax, and 10% VAT is added at payment.
IV sedation is a separate line from the area fee, and the compression garment is sold separately. Ask for a quote that lists your areas, sedation, the garment and VAT one by one.
Prices exclude VAT (10% VAT is added at payment).
Your doctor
Chief Director · Korean board-certified plastic surgeon
“Natural, yet clearly visible change.”Eyelid and facelift surgery at ENTER is planned and performed by Dr. Jang himself.
- NowChief Director, ENTER Plastic Surgery
- TrainingPlastic surgery, Kyung Hee University Medical Center
- FormerChief Director, Jang Plastic Surgery
- FormerDirector, Secret Plastic Surgery
- MemberKSPRS · KSAPS · ISAPS · ESOPRS · ASPS
Recovery
The weeks after liposuction, by the clinic's guidance
Recovery from liposuction runs on two clocks: the stitches, which set your flight, and the garment, which sets the next few months.
| When | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Days 1–3 | Reddish fluid, a mix of the anesthetic solution and blood, can drain from the entry points. |
| From day 3 | Showering is allowed with waterproof dressings applied carefully. |
| Week 1 | The garment is worn 24 hours a day to limit swelling and bleeding. |
| Day 7 | Stitch removal, and the earliest point the clinic suggests for flying. Wear the garment on the plane. |
| Weeks 2–12 | The garment is worn about 12 hours a day or during sleep, for at least two to three months in total. |
| Month 1 | Hard exercise can restart. |
| Months 3–6 | Firmness in the treated areas softens gradually. |
Walking and travel are possible during recovery, while alcohol and smoking should be avoided. Take the prescribed medicine morning and evening until the course is finished. For arm liposuction, the arm is treated through small openings along the elbow crease, and the clinic notes that a two-week stay is enough and one week is possible.
Evidence
What the liposuction research reports
The large study cited above also broke down the major complications of liposuction done alone: hematoma in 0.15%, lung complications in 0.1%, infection in 0.1% and venous thromboembolism in 0.06% (Kaoutzanis, 2017). Those figures pool many surgeons and describe no single clinic.
Large-volume liposuction has thinner evidence. A meta-analysis covering 3,583 patients looked at its complication rates but found no level I studies, so the data remain limited (Kanapathy, 2020). An evidence-based overview of liposuction sets out the main areas a surgeon works through: assessment before surgery, medication, technique including energy-assisted methods, outcomes, and prevention of blood clots and other complications (Chia, 2017).
Risks to know by name:
- Uneven contour, dents or ridges
- Fluid collection (seroma) or bleeding under the skin
- Infection at an entry point
- Blood clots in the legs or lungs
- Numbness or altered skin feeling over the treated area
At ENTER
Liposuction at ENTER Plastic Surgery
Dr. Jang Jin-woo performs liposuction at the clinic personally, as with the eyelid and facelift operations, under IV sedation or general anesthesia. Dr. Jang trained in plastic surgery at Kyung Hee University Medical Center and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The clinic describes the result as lasting as long as body weight stays stable.
To plan from abroad, send front, side and back photos of the areas, your height and weight, any health conditions and medicines, and your travel dates through the form on this page or on WhatsApp. We will get back to you as soon as possible, and English-speaking staff are available at the clinic for your visit. Before paying anything, request the deposit and cancellation terms in writing.
Evidence
Research behind this page
- Safety of Large-Volume Liposuction in Aesthetic Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-AnalysisAesthetic Surgery Journal · 2020 · Kanapathy M et al. · doi:10.1093/asj/sjaa338
A meta-analysis of complication rates after large-volume liposuction in 3,583 patients; with no level I studies, the evidence is limited.
- Evidence-Based Medicine: LiposuctionPlastic & Reconstructive Surgery · 2017 · Chia C et al. · doi:10.1097/prs.0000000000002859
An evidence-based overview of liposuction: assessment, medication, technique including energy-assisted methods, outcomes, blood clot prevention and complications.
- Cosmetic Liposuction: Preoperative Risk Factors, Major Complication Rates, and Safety of Combined ProceduresAesthetic Surgery Journal · 2017 · Kaoutzanis C et al. · doi:10.1093/asj/sjw243
A study of 31,010 cosmetic liposuction operations: major complications were 0.7% when done alone and about 4.8 times as likely when combined with other surgery.
FAQ
Questions from people comparing liposuction in Korea
How do I compare liposuction clinics in Korea?
Ask each one the same five things: who operates, which areas and how much fat, the anesthesia, the garment plan and the stitch date. Then compare the written quotes line by line, with each area, sedation, the garment and tax shown separately.
How many days should I stay in Seoul after liposuction?
Plan for at least seven days. Stitches come out on day 7, the earliest flight date the clinic suggests, and a doctor at home can remove them if your trip is shorter. For arm liposuction, the clinic's guidance is that two weeks is enough and one week is possible.
Is combining liposuction with another surgery riskier?
Yes, according to a large study. Among 31,010 cosmetic liposuction operations, major complications occurred in 0.7% when liposuction was done alone and were about 4.8 times as likely when combined with other surgery. Older age and higher BMI also raised the risk.
Do I fly home in the compression garment?
Yes, the clinic asks you to wear it during the flight. In the first week it is worn 24 hours a day, then about 12 hours a day or at night, for at least two to three months. It costs ₩300,000 before VAT, which adds 10% at payment.
Is liposuction a treatment for obesity?
No. Liposuction reshapes areas of fat that resist diet and exercise. Evidence on the safety of large-volume liposuction is limited, and a meta-analysis found no level I studies on it. The clinic describes results as lasting while body weight stays stable.
Which anesthesia is used for liposuction at ENTER Plastic Surgery?
IV sedation or general anesthesia. Ask which one your plan uses, and tell the clinic about past reactions to anesthesia and any medicines you take. IV sedation is billed on its own line, apart from the area fee.
Will the treated area look smooth straight after liposuction?
Not straight away. Swelling and firmness are expected at the start, and the treated areas soften gradually over three to six months. Wearing the garment as instructed helps the skin settle, and dents or ridges that remain after that period are discussed with the surgeon.
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Great experience! Dr. is very sweet and kind. He listened to what I wanted to fix and correct. He explained everything very well. Wasn’t pushy and didn’t try to sell anything extra. This isn’t a clinic that comes out on instagram, which I…
Jennifer LyuA month agoI came to Enter Plastic Surgery on a friend’s recommendation for under-eye fat repositioning. I was pretty nervous going in, but the doctor took the time to explain what would work for my under-eyes, what the procedure involved, and what…
Michael2 months agoThe staff are incredibly friendly, and the consultation was very thorough. I was very worried since it was my first procedure, but the director explained the aftercare in detail, so I felt completely confident trusting them!!
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